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Premier R11/34
Subway Car
OPERATOR'S MANUAL (3V PS-2)
Compatibility
This engine will operate on any
traditional O-42 Gauge track system,
including M.T.H.'s RealTrax® or
ScaleTrax™ or traditional tubular
track. It is also compatible with most
standard AC transformers. (See page
19 for a complete list of compatible
transformers and wiring instructions.)
Transit Announcement Sounds
PLEASE READ BEFORE USE AND SAVE
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- Page 1 Premier R11/34 Subway Car OPERATOR’S MANUAL (3V PS-2) Compatibility This engine will operate on any traditional O-42 Gauge track system, including M.T.H.’s RealTrax® or ScaleTrax™ or traditional tubular track. It is also compatible with most standard AC transformers. (See page 19 for a complete list of compatible transformers and wiring instructions.) Transit Announcement Sounds...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Set Up Checklist ..........3 Lubrication. -
Page 3: Set Up Checklist
Set Up Checklist - Lubricate the locomotive - Check to see whether the battery needs to be charged for full sound effects - Apply power to run as described in the Basic Operating Section of this manual Lubrication You should lubricate the Power car and Non-powered cars to prevent DO NOT DO NOT DO NOT... -
Page 4: Basic Operation
Basic Operation (Conventional Mode) The Throttle knob controls how fast your train will travel. Turn the throttle knob up ½-way, until the engine lights shine bright. Put the engine into motion by pressing the Direction button on your transformer once. (hold it for approximately 1 second) If the engine does not begin to move as soon as you firmly press the Direction button, you may not have sent enough voltage to the track to make the train move. -
Page 5: Volume Control
Manual Volume Control To adjust the volume of all sounds made by this engine, turn the manual volume control (shown below), clockwise to increase the volume and counter-clockwise to decrease the volume. Manual Volume Control Manual Volume Control ** Note: Manual Volume Control is overridden in DCS Mode. Premier R11/34 Subway Car... -
Page 6: Proto-Sound® 2.0 Operating Instructions
Proto-Sound® 2.0 Operating Instructions This manual contains the operating instructions for Proto-Sound® 2.0 in conventional mode only. Instructions for accessing DCS command mode features accompany the DCS Remote Control System equipment. Activating Proto-Sound® 2.0 Conventional Mode Features Because Proto-Sound® 2.0 is an all-new system developed by M.T.H.'s own research and development team, it operates differently from original Proto-Sound. -
Page 7: Transit Announcement Sounds (Tas)
Operating Modes 1. Manual Mode Upon initial power application, the engine will start up in manual mode. The chart below lists the features available to the operator when in Manual Mode. Different features are available when operating in Learn and Auto Modes, which are described later. - Page 8 2. Learn Mode In Learn Mode, the engine may be programmed with either an "Out & Back" route or a "Loop" route. An "Out & Back" route begins at the 1st station (as programmed by the operator), stops at intermediate stations, ends at the last station, then reverses its route until it reaches the 1st station.
- Page 9 4. Press and hold the Horn button until a "saved" response confirms that station's location and name are saved in memory. 5. Proceed to the next stop by pressing the Direction button. 6. Press the Direction button to stop the train again when you have reached the next desired station location.
- Page 10 3. Auto Mode When you have finished programming your stations in Learn the car will be in Manual Mode. Running in Forward, stop the car at the location of the first programmed station by pressing the Direction button. Press Bell Horn Horn to put the train into Auto Mode.
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Page 11: Speed Control
Speed Control: M.T.H. engines equipped with Proto-Sound® 2.0 have speed control capabilities that allow the engine to maintain a constant speed up and down grades and around curves, much like an automobile cruise control. You can add or drop cars on the run, and the engine will maintain the speed you set. -
Page 12: Locking Locomotive Into A Direction
Lock into a Direction: You can lock your engine into a direction (forward, neutral, or reverse) so that it will not change directions. To do this, put the engine into the direction you want (or into neutral to lock it into neutral), run it at a very slow crawl (as slowly as it will move without halting), and quickly but firmly tap the Horn/Whistle button once followed by three quick taps of the Bell button, allowing approximately ½... -
Page 13: Maintenance
Maintenance Lubricating and Greasing Instructions The Powered and Non-powered cars should be well oiled and greased in order to run properly. DO NOT DO NOT DO NOT OVER OIL OVER OIL OVER OIL Regularly lubricate all axles and pickup rollers to prevent squeaking. Use light household oil, such as that found in M.T.H.'s maintenance kit. -
Page 14: Cleaning The Wheels, Tires And Track
5. After repeating the procedure for the other motor, reassemble the chassis and body, being careful that the wire harnesses are not caught between the chassis and body, and reinstall the body mount screws. Lubricate the outside truck block idler and drive gears with grease. Use the diagram shown below as a guide and add grease to the points marked. -
Page 15: Traction Tire Replacement Instructions
Traction Tire Replacement Instructions Your Powered car is equipped with two neoprene rubber traction tires on each powered truck block. While these tires are extremely durable, they may occasionally need replacement. First, remove the truck sides from the truck block. By turning the model upside down and removing the truckside mounting screws (shown below). -
Page 16: Light Bulb Replacement Instructions
Subway Light Bulb Replacement To replace any of the light bulbs within the car, follow the car body removal instructions in the “Lubrication and Greasing Instructions” section on pg. 13 of this manual. Once the body has been removed, locate the burned out light bulb(s). Carefully remove the bulb(s) from its mounting and disconnecting from wire harness if necessary. -
Page 17: Self Charging Battery Back-Up
Self Charging Battery Back-up Battery Charger Port The special NiCad 2.4v self-charging battery recharges continuously during train operation and should last for up to five years. The battery is a dry battery that should not leak or cause any damage to your engine. Depending upon when your engine was built, it may need to be charged right out of the box. -
Page 18: Troubleshooting Proto-Sound® 2.0 Problems
Troubleshooting Proto-Sound® Problems Although Proto-Sound® 2.0 has been designed and engineered for ease of use, you may have some questions during initial operation. The following table should answer most questions. If your problem cannot be resolved with this table, contact M.T.H. for assistance (www.mth-railking.com, e-mail: parts@mth- railking.com,Fax: 410-423-0009, Phone: 410-381-2500, Mail: 7020 Columbia Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532, ). -
Page 19: Transformer Compatibility And Wiring Chart
Transformer Compatibility and Wiring Chart Proto-Sound ®2.0 is designed to work with most standard AC transformers. The chart below lists the many compatible transformers. Note that many of the operational commands described in these instructions require a bell button, so if your transformer does not have its own bell button, you should consider adding one to get the full benefit of the system. -
Page 20: Additional Features Accessible With The Dcs Remote Control System
Additional Features Accessible With The DCS Remote Control System (Additional equipment required) While conventional mode operation of a Proto-Sound® 2.0 engine yields wonderfully realistic sound and several train control features, command mode operation allows the user to access a world of command functions never before accessible to O Gauge railroaders. -
Page 21: Service & Warranty Information
Service & Warranty Information How to Get Service Under the Terms of the Limited One-Year Warranty When you suspect an item is defective, please check the operator's manual for standard operation and trouble- shooting techniques that may correct the problem. Additional information may be found on the M.T.H. Website. Should you still require service, follow the instructions below to obtain warranty service.
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